Job summary
We are currently recruiting Band 5 Paediatric nurses, to work within our Paediatric Emergency Department.

***This post is based on the West Middlesex Hospital Site***

We are looking for someone who is motivated and possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team within the fast pace environment of Accident & Emergency. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals committed to excellent patient experience and care, to join our team.

The Paediatric Emergency Department is a busy, challenging and rewarding department.

You will be given a structured orientation to meet your individual needs to develop as a Paediatric A&E nurse. We encourage our staff to undertake specific courses including;

PILS, Trauma, Mentorship, APLS, A&E course, Stabilisation of the unwell child course as well as in house training days eg; venepuncture and cannulation with regular simulation teaching from our dedicated education doctors.

Main duties of the job

• Maintain high standards of patient care
• To acquire competency in basic nursing skills for ED
• To ensure the safety of patients in accordance with local and national safeguarding procedures
• Be proactive in maintaining local and national Quality Indicators for ED
• Ensure the accurate documentation of patient care in notes
• To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy
• To participate in the monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner
• To maintain awareness of and comply with Trust policies and protocols at all times
• To work effectively within the MDT in order to achieve desired outcomes for patients and their families
• To encourage and support student nurses on placement in ED
• Be accountable for your actions at all times
• Be active in maintaining an harmonious working environment
• To develop into the role of a triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills
• Being responsible for the security and maintenance of ED equipment; helping to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the Lead Nurse
• Be actively involved in quality improvement projects in the department
• To work within own scope of practice and recognise limitations
• Respond to incidents and complaints as they arise, reporting to senior members of the team as appropriate

About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven't heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job responsibilities
The staff nurse will accept delegated responsibility for specific activities/areas from the NIC.Maintaining the philosophy, policies, standards of care and morale of the department, whilst also being aware of the importance of the role in supporting members of the emergency team, in line with the trusts PROUD values.S/he will strive to deliver high standards of care to patients and their carersS/he will continue to develop, practice and expand own general and specialist nursing skills.S/he will work with colleagues to ensure high standards of nursing care in the department.S/he will maintain high standards of professional and ethical responsibility, and be aware of medico-legal aspects of the emergency department.

Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Childrens Nurse
• Level 3 Safeguarding

Desirable

• PILS certificate or proof of up-to-date BLS
• Mentoring/Assessing qualification or willingness to undertake.

Experience
Essential

• Paediatric Nurse

Desirable

• Evidence of further study.

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• IV competent
• Accurately perform drug calculations
• Ensure correct use of electronic notes and awareness of the importance of information sharing
• Ability to recognise a deteriorating child and escalate appropriately

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.